Active Shooter Preparedness

If notified of an active shooter on any of UB's campuses, individuals should follow the guidance to either run, hide or fight:

When an active shooter is in your vicinity:

• If there is an escape path, attempt to evacuate
• Evacuate whether others agree to or not
• Leave your belongings behind
• Helps others escape if possible
• Prevent others from entering the area
• Call 716-645-2222 or 911 when you are safe

If evacuation is not possible, find a place to hide:

• Lock or blockade the door
• Silence your cell phone
• Hide behind large objects
• Remain very quiet

Your hiding place should:

• Be out of the shooter’s view
• Provide protection if shots are fired in your direction
• Not trap or restrict your options for movement

As a last resort, and only if your life is in danger:

• Attempt to incapacitate the shooter
• Act with physical aggression, in a group if possible
• Improvise weapons (chairs, heavy objects, etc.)
• Commit to your actions

• Remain calm and follow instructions
• Keep your hands visible at all times
• Avoid pointing or yelling
• Know that help for the injured is on its way